StrokeNet, Stroke Network's Newsletter

THis month you will find help on being a Stroke Survivor. As those of us now who have been at it for a while it takes a planning and organization. Good luck to you as you continue to find ways to improve your own recovery or the recovery of a loved one.

In this Issue...

Walt provides a guide explaining stroke rehabilitation. David reflects on being a long term stroke survivor. Claudia, in The Joggling Caregiver, shares her summer and proclaims she needs a caretaker.

In Stroke of Luck, Rachel discusses Sleep Problems

Jay, in Healing with Poetry, shares his poem "Silver Linings."Deb shares the Member Story of Vic Martinez.

At the end of the newsletter find more info on The Stroke Network.

Enjoy the July Newsletter!

Lin Wisman

Director Information Resources

Editor, StrokeNet
lwisman@strokenetwork.org

Guide for Stroke Survivors and Caregivers
Roadmap to Simplify the Steps for Stroke Recovery By Walt Kilcullen Walt explains Stoke Survivor therapy. His description includes sources to more information. If you are looking for ways to improve you may find help in this article. Click to the Read the Article Contact Walt at wkilcullen@strokenetwork.org

Being a Long Term Stroke Survivor
Living on your Own By David Wasielewski David reflects on being a long term Stroke Survivor. Click to Read the Article Contact David at dwasielewski@strokenetwork.org

The Juggling Caregiver
I Need a Caretaker By Claudia Warner Claudia is busy completing summer jobs. She laments she needs a caretaker (not a caregiver). Click to Read the Article Contact Claudia at cwarner@strokenetwork.org

Stroke of Luck
Sleep Problems By Rachel Stolz Many Stroke Survivors have sleep problems. Rachel has some suggestions. Click to Read the Article Contact Rachel at rstolz@strokenetwork.org

Healing with Poetry
Silver Linings By Jay Allen Jay reflects on silver linings. What are yours? Jay has a new book out which is a completion of poems. Volume Two Volume One was noted in the April Newsletter. Click to Read the Poem Contact Jay at jallen@strokenetwork.org

Stroke Publications
Keep Informed Most people in the Stroke Faily are forever looking for information. There are a number of publication available. Each brings new information and hope. Three publications, all of which are free, are listeD. Click to Read the Article

Member Story
Vic Martinez Edited by Deb Theriault Senior Contributing Writer and Information Resources Administrator Vic Martinez stroked in 2012. He had to give up his teaching position. Vic took the opportunity to forge a new career. He also explains his support team. Click to Read Article Contact Deb at dtheriault@strokenetwork.org

Tell Your Story!!

Member Story Invitation

For the past twelve years, StrokeNet has been publishing the personal stories of stroke survivors and their caregivers.

Every survivor and caregiver has a unique experience and point of view to offer. StrokeNet gives others, in similar circumstances, the opportunity to learn about your own experience, and how your viewpoint has changed post-stroke.

We've all been there, either as a stroke survivor or as a caregiver. We know what it's like firsthand to be transported, in the blink of an eye, from our normal lives to a life of shattered dreams and an uncertain outlook, with our physical and emotional reality altered forever.

Membership...

If you are not a member of the Stroke Network please become one. There is no charge. If you are a member you have access to more info.

If you think you are already a member, but cannot sign it, contact our Membership Administrator Kelli Smith at ksmith@strokenetwork.org. She can verify with your email if you are a member, find your userid and reset your password if needed.

Contents may not be reprinted without the organization's permission. Please contact the editor.

To submit an article email the editor.

Disclaimer

This newsletter is published and owned by The Stroke Network. The items contained herein are published as submitted and are provided for general information purposes only. This information should not be considered as personal advice.

Readers should not rely solely on our newsletter information, but should make their own inquiries before making any decisions. The Stroke Network works to maintain up-to-date information from reliable sources; however, no responsibility is accepted for any errors or omissions or results of any actions based upon this information. If you have any questions regarding any of these items, contact the newsletter editor.

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